axinite

ax·i·nite

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ak-suh-nahyt]
- /ˈæk səˌnaɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ak-suh-nahyt]
- /ˈæk səˌnaɪt/

Definitions of axinite word

noun axinite a precious mineral, found in a range of colours, which forms glassy crystals 3
noun axinite a mineral, complex calcium and aluminum borosilicate, usually occurring in thin brown crystals. 1
noun axinite (mineralogy) A borosilicate of aluminum, iron, and lime, commonly found in glassy, brown crystals with acute edges. 0

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Origin of axinite

First appearance:

before 1795

One of the 43% newest English words

1795-1805; < Greek axī́n(ē) ax + -ite1

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Parts of speech for Axinite

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axinite popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 66% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

axinite usage trend in Literature

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